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Dan Tadlock, LCSW

Family Therapist

Dan Tadlock serves as the Family Therapist at Echo Springs, where he supports young adults and their families as they navigate change, strengthen communication, and build a foundation for lasting connection. With over two decades of experience in clinical and leadership roles, Dan brings both warmth and structure to the family systems work at Echo Springs, helping each member of the family feel seen, supported, and understood.

Dan holds a master’s degree in Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor. Over the course of his career, he has served as a therapist, Clinical Director, and co-director of a residential program for high school–aged boys. Dan is trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Adlerian Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. His approach is integrative and trauma-informed, rooted in collaboration and an unwavering belief in each family’s capacity to grow and heal.

At Echo Springs, Dan works closely with families throughout the program, providing individual, family, and group therapy. He helps guide families through the often-complex dynamics of change and reconnection bringing curiosity, steadiness, and a relational focus to the process. He also offers consultation and mentorship to the broader clinical team.

Dan is known throughout the field for his thoughtful contributions to therapeutic programming. He has served multiple terms as both president and vice president of the NATSAP Rocky Mountain Regional Board and has presented at national conferences, including the Wilderness Therapy Symposium and the National NATSAP Conference. Dan is proud to be part of a team that values integrity, humor, and relationship-driven care. For him, the most meaningful moments come when families find new ways to understand each other and move forward with clarity and compassion.

Outside of Echo Springs, Dan is a proud father of four boys, a longtime youth sports coach, and a lifelong animal lover. He enjoys hiking, paddling, being near water, and spending time with his family—including the many pets they’ve welcomed over the years (even a llama once!).